A New Tree for Bethesda Library

To show support of Montgomery County's proposed Trees and Tree Canopy Conservation Law (Bill 35-12), County Executive Isiah Leggett stopped by the Bethesda Library at 7400 Arlington Rd. on Arbor Day (April 26, 2013) to help plant a yellowwood tree.

In remarks before the tree planting, Leggett said, "Montgomery County has a lot of trees—and I would like to keep it that way."

"Although trees cover over half of our county, our urban tree canopy is now being endangered by new development patterns that are redeveloping our older, urban areas. My Bill 35-12 proposes creation of a dedicated tree replacement fund to replace tree canopy that is significantly disturbed during development. This legislation is a balanced, commonsense approach to ensure that future generations can enjoy the pleasure and privilege of a robust and vibrant tree canopy," Leggett said.

The tree planting—which included the planting of a second tree at the library that day—was organized by Conservation Montgomery.